Microsoft may give Xbox Game Pass subscribers more control over their monthly subscriptions. A new report suggests the company is exploring custom plans that let players choose which gaming features they want to pay for.
The proposed changes could allow subscribers to select individual benefits instead of paying for a fixed package. According to a report by Fortune, the options could include console games, online multiplayer and cloud gaming.
Microsoft has not officially confirmed the plans. The company has also not announced pricing or a possible launch date.
Xbox Game Pass could offer flexible subscriptions
Xbox Game Pass currently offers several subscription options, including Essential, Premium, Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Each plan provides a different combination of games and features.
The proposed overhaul could introduce more flexibility. Players might be able to choose specific benefits instead of paying for services they rarely use.
For example, a console player who does not use cloud gaming could potentially select a plan without that feature. Similarly, subscribers could choose benefits based on how they play and which services they value.
However, the report does not confirm the final selection of features or how Microsoft would price individual options.
Why Microsoft may change Game Pass
The reported changes come as Xbox looks to reshape its gaming business. Subscription pricing has become an important issue for players who want access to large game libraries without committing to expensive monthly plans.
A more flexible model could help Microsoft appeal to different types of gamers. Players who want fewer features might welcome a cheaper option, while others could continue paying for a more comprehensive package.
However, the actual savings would depend on Microsoft’s eventual pricing. Custom plans would not necessarily cost less than existing subscriptions.
Cloud gaming and multiplayer could become separate options
Cloud gaming and online multiplayer are among the features mentioned in the report. If Microsoft separates these benefits, subscribers could have more control over their subscriptions.
Cloud gaming allows players to stream supported games instead of relying entirely on local hardware. Online multiplayer lets players compete or cooperate with others over the internet.
Giving users more choice could make Game Pass more adaptable to different gaming habits. However, Microsoft has not confirmed whether these features will become separate paid add-ons.
Microsoft has yet to confirm the changes
The proposed custom subscription model remains unconfirmed. Microsoft has not shared official details about availability, pricing or how the reported options would work alongside existing Game Pass tiers.
Until the company announces its plans, players should continue referring to the current subscription options rather than expecting a new pricing structure.
If Microsoft moves forward with a more flexible model, the key question will be whether players can save money without losing access to the games and features they value.
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